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County Carlow Development Partnership

County Carlow Development Partnership

Carlow County Development Partnership Ltd (CCDP Ltd) was established in early 2009. CCDP Ltd is responsible for the strategic management and delivery of a range of economic and social development programmes and initiatives to individuals, enterprises and communities throughout Carlow Town and County.

The 2014 Bilingual Signage Scheme has just been launch by Foras na Gaeilge - but hurry as there are limited grants available.

ENERGY EFFICIENCY FOR BUSINESS BREAKFAST SEMINAR

Chamber AGM Report

John Brophy FSC Management was re-elected as president of Co Carlow Chamber at the organisation's 68th annual general meeting which was held in the splendid new Dargan Centre of IT Carlow last Wednesday.

Speaking about the past year, the President described it as a very busy one for the Chamber and in particular for the Board Members. John spoke about how difficult a time it has been for many businesses and cautioned that while there are green shoots emerging, there is still a long way to go to recovery in the local economy.

He encouraged members to support each other and to be ambassadors for the Chamber in the wider business community.

CEO Turlough O Brien gave a detailed report on a very busy year for the Chamber highlighting in particular the establishment of Carlow Town Team and the contribution of Chamber Board members. He thanked the Board members for their total dedication to the Chamber during the year and their support for events such as the very successful Mentoring programme for members. He also touched on the efforts of the Chamber to represent the views of members at local and national level.

Formally opened by Minister for the Environment, Community and Local Government Phil Hogan TD.Irish trade with China is now worth more than 8 billion euro a year, with a strong trade surplus in Ireland’s favour. China is the world’s second largest economy. Here is an opportunity to meet professionals associated with doing business in China, including advice on legal issues involved when exporting goods and the outlook for the Renminbi.If you are already involved or interested in developing into the Chinese market, especially in the Agri & Food, ICT, Engineering , Bio Phama or Renewable energy sectors, this event is the perfect one for you.A short reception beforehand will allow attendees to network. All speakers will also attend a Q&A session after the presentations.